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December 23, 2025 | Arpita Das, Global Electronics AssociationEstimated reading time: 1 minute
From EVs and aerospace to automation and consumer electronics, wire harnesses are essential for reliable connectivity and drive investments in skilled talent, standardization, and innovation.
Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and India are emerging as key hubs, not just to meet the demand of an evolving and growing wire harness market, but also as centers for workforce development and manufacturing. Here’s one breakdown:
- The UAE is advancing in automotive wiring
- Vietnam and Malaysia are scaling up production
- Thailand and the Philippines are boosting industrial electronics
- Sri Lanka is nurturing skilled talent
India’s wire harness sector is accelerating, driven by its expanding electronics ecosystem and rising demand across EVs, aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors
With technologies like 5G, IoT, and AI reshaping connectivity needs, India is poised to become a major player in innovation and exports, contributing to a global market projected to reach $165.3 billion by 2034.
The Global Electronics Association (formerly known as IPC) has launched a landmark initiative to elevate technical expertise and unify practices under globally accepted benchmarks. Central to this initiative is the Wire Harness Competition, a high-impact, skill-driven platform culminating in the World Wire Harness Championship.
Continue reading this article in the Fall 2025 issue of Community Magazine.
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